Grants and Contributions:

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$80,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 23, 2012 -

Description:

Integration of remote sensing data, in situ soil moisture and soil moisture modeling for improved soil moisture observation

Organization:

Canadian Space Agency

Expected Results:

-Increased knowledge from research projects in priority space S&T areas (number of new and ongoing space science and technology initiatives and projects).
-Number of completed space science and technology initiatives (Announcement of Opportunity) and proj

Location:

Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA

Reference Number:

003-2011-2012-Q4-01282

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Additional Information:

The subvention will be provided in two payments: 2011-2012 $40,000; 2012-2013 $40,000.

Recipient's Legal Name:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology

Program Purpose:

This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.
The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.